Story of the kings of Tikal , especially Hasaw Chan K'awil, who constructed the pyramids in the Great Plaza. A stunning two page foldout and wonderful illustrations bring Tikal to life – you feel as if you're there, 1300 years ago. (Picture book)

Super introduction to ancient Maya daily life, art and architecture, math and glyphs, plus activities and crafts – make a jaguar shield, temple pyramid, or macaw headdress, play a game, try Maya foods (corn cakes, chicken), and drinks (chili chocolate), create masks, weaving, and more. (Activity book)

Illustrated history of the ancient Maya – archeological discoveries, history of Tikal, Caracol, Copan and other city-states, lifestyles of the rulers and nobles, slaves and farmers, Maya gods and ceremonies, hieroglyphs, art and architecture. Rich, detailed historical illustrations. Good for older kids. (Chapter book)

Humorous, handy tips for training to be a soothsayer in Copan – how to pass your exams (learn the sacred calendar and all the different gods), forecasting the king's future, making jaguar sacrifices and jade offerings, and if you're lucky, you'll be allowed to drink hot chocolate, the holy food. (Picture book)

749 A.D. Fictional diary of thirteen year old Maya Princess Green Jay, as she travels up the rivers from her home in Palenque, through the steaming jungle to Tikal, on her way to marry King Fire Keeper in Copan. (Chapter book)

Esperanza and her grandmother weave something special with their backstrap looms, and Esperanza goes alone to sell their weavings in the market in the big city. Homey settings in the highlands towns. (Picture book)

Fun facts about the people and places of Guatemala today – from art, cities, food, holidays, Maya, national bird (quetzal), rain forests, volcanoes to Zacapa (region of eastern Guatemala).
(Picture book)